Pontiac Torrent vs. Volkswagen Tiguan
When comparing the Pontiac Torrent's and the Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Torrent has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Volkswagen Tiguan has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac Torrent's and the Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pontiac Torrent vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Pricing
A used 2009 Pontiac Torrent ranges from $2,969 to $10,400 while a used 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is priced between $4,663 to $10,994.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Pontiac Torrent’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Tiguan base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Torrent is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The Tiguan is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 437 miles.This gives the Volkswagen Tiguan the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Pontiac Torrent the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Pontiac Torrent has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Tiguan has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Tiguan has an average safety rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
2969 - 10400
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
4663 - 10994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.441198
Pontiac Torrent Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Tiguan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.096667 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
Pontiac Torrent Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Tiguan Rankings
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62 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac Torrent Trim Levels
Base, GXP
Volkswagen Tiguan Trim Levels
S, SE, SE 4Motion, SEL, SEL 4Motion
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 / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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 Equipment
360-Degree 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:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
23.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.1 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:
3397 lbs
Width:
71.2 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
174.3 inches
Wheelbase:
102.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 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:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available