Isuzu Ascender vs Pontiac Torrent
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Pontiac Torrent
Overview
| Spec | Isuzu AscenderS | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S | Base |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Isuzu AscenderS | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,149 | $24,820 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Isuzu AscenderS | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal (best) | 20 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Isuzu AscenderS | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 285 hp (best) | 185 hp |
| Torque | 276 lb-ft (best) | 210 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.2 L (best) | 3.4 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Isuzu AscenderS | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 80.1 cu ft (best) | 68.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,800 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,133 lbs | 1,314 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,417 lbs | 3,660 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 7.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 112.5 in |
| Length | 191.6 in (best) | 188.8 in |
| Width | 76.1 in (best) | 71.4 in |
| Height | 74.5 in (best) | 69.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Isuzu AscenderS | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Isuzu Ascender | Pontiac Torrent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S $27,149 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $24,820 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $29,149 MSRP | Base $26,815 MSRP |
| 3 | — | GXP $29,420 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GXP $31,415 MSRP |