Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Pontiac Torrent | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 107.1 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 186.4 in | 2.4 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 71.1 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 58.3 in | 11 in |
Curb Weight | 3919 lb. | 3287 lb. | 632 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 57.1 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 54.5 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.7 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.0 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.3 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 54.7 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.8 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 53.8 ft3 |
2009 Pontiac Torrent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat slides for and aft making for lots of leg room or more cargo space when you need it. I also like the center armrest and upright position. see full Pontiac Torrent review |
2007 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |