Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Pontiac Torrent | Subaru Tribeca | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 108.2 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 191.5 in | -2.7 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 73.9 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 66.4 in | 2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4060 lb. | 4140 lb. | -80 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.9 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 58.1 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 54.0 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.3 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 57.5 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 54.6 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 34.3 in | 5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.3 in | -51.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.9 in | -30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | -26.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 37.6 ft3 | -2.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 74.4 ft3 | -5.8 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 |
2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru Tribeca review |
2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough head room see full Subaru Tribeca review |