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2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Pontiac Torrent | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 126.6 in | -14.1 in |
| Length | 188.8 in | 203.0 in | -14.2 in |
| Width | 71.4 in | 75.7 in | -4.3 in |
| Height | 69.3 in | 65.4 in | 3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4060 lb. | 4829 lb. | -769 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -8.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 60.3 in | -4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.8 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 40.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 59.6 in | -3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 36.2 in | 4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -27 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 19.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 42.2 ft3 | -7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -16.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac Torrent
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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