Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Pontiac Torrent | Mercury Sable | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 112.9 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 202.1 in | -13.3 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 74.5 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 61.5 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4060 lb. | 3820 lb. | 240 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.6 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 57.8 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 53.7 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 57.6 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 53.6 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 41.2 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 14 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2009 Mercury Sable Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
nice large car, easy for baby car seat and plenty of leg room for adults see full Mercury Sable review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
roomy seats and you sit up a bit for good visabilty see full Mercury Sable review |