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Compare Pontiac Torrent vs Subaru Ascent

Pontiac Torrent
2009 Pontiac Torrent
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$24,820
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Subaru Ascent
2024 Subaru Ascent
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$34,395
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Overview

Engine
3.4L V6 Gas
Engine
2.4L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 17 MPG
Hwy: 24 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.3 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Pontiac Torrent
2008-2009 Pontiac Torrent Rear Angle View
2008-2009 Pontiac Torrent Dashboard
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Subaru Ascent
2023-2024 Subaru Ascent Rear Angle View
2023-2024 Subaru Ascent Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.4L V6 Gas
2.4L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
185 hp @ 5200 rpm
260 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque
210 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,660 lbs
4,421 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
2,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
20 MPG
22 MPG
City
17 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
24 MPG
26 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
8.1 Tons/yr
EPA rating
5
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
20 gallons
19.3 gallons
Cruising Range City
340 miles
386 miles
Cruising Range Highway
480 miles
501.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
188.8 in
196.8 in
Height
69.3 in
71.6 in
Max Width
71.4 in
76 in
Front Width
61.6 in
64.4 in
Rear Width
61.8 in
64.2 in
Wheelbase
112.5 in
113.8 in
Ground Clearance
7.9 in
8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.2 in
42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.9 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.7 in
61.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
51.1 in
57.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.2 in
38.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.1 in
40 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
60.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
51.4 in
57.2 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
31.7 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
36.2 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
57 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
45.9 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
68.6 ft³
75.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
35.2 ft³
43.5 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
17.8 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
45.9 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
34 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Variable pwr
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
41.8 ft
38 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Independent
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65R16
P245/60HR18
Rear Tire
P235/65R16
P245/60HR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Ebony, Base Cloth Seat Trim
  • Ebony, Nuance Leather Seating Inserts
  • Ebony, Premium Cloth Seat Trim
  • Sand, Base Cloth Seat Trim
  • Sand, Nuance Leather Seating Inserts
  • Sand, Premium Cloth Seat Trim
  • Slate Black, Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Optional
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Optional
Standard
MP3 Player
Optional
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Optional
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Optional
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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