Pontiac Torrent vs. Chevrolet Equinox
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Pontiac Torrent and Chevrolet Equinox contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Pontiac Torrent and the Chevrolet Equinox.
When comparing the Pontiac Torrent's and the Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Torrent has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Pontiac Torrent and Chevrolet Equinox have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac Torrent's and the Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Torrent is a better car than the Chevrolet Equinox.
Pricing: A used 2009 Pontiac Torrent ranges from $2,081 to $7,314 while a used 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is priced between $2,590 to $9,151.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Pontiac Torrent and the Chevrolet Equinox makes 185 horsepower. Both the Torrent and the Equinox are rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Equinox has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
24045
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23555
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
21031
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
16695 - 23555
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
4665
Price Range:
2081 - 7314
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
134232
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5718
Price Range:
2590 - 9151
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
7607
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
5718 - 17424
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
17
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
145285
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Pontiac Torrent Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Equinox Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac Torrent
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Equinox
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.993945227555203
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9209444796920817
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 20.0
Pontiac Torrent Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Equinox Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
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7 out of / 13Ranking
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17 out of / 56Ranking
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52 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac Torrent Trim Levels
Base, GXP
Chevrolet Equinox Trim Levels
LS, LT, LTZ, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
35.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
35.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3660 lbs
Width:
71.4 inches
Height:
69.3 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3699 lbs
Width:
71.4 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Carbon Black Metallic
Blue
Deep Blue Metallic
Gold
Gold Mist Metallic
Gray
Cyber Gray Metallic
Red
Sonoma Red Metallic
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Bright White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Black Granite Metallic
Blue
Navy Blue Metallic
Gold
Gold Mist Metallic
Gray
Cyber Gray Metallic
Red
Deep Ruby Metallic
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Brown
Sand
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Brown
Light Cashmere
Gray
Dark Gray
