Mazda CX-7 vs Pontiac Torrent
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Pontiac Torrent
Overview
| Spec | Mazda CX-7i SV | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | i SV | Base |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda CX-7i SV | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,190 (best) | $24,820 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda CX-7i SV | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 20 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda CX-7i SV | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 185 hp (best) |
| Torque | 161 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda CX-7i SV | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 58.6 cu ft | 68.6 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,314 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,543 lbs (best) | 3,660 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in (best) | 7.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 112.5 in (best) |
| Length | 184.3 in | 188.8 in (best) |
| Width | 73.7 in (best) | 71.4 in |
| Height | 64.8 in | 69.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda CX-7i SV | Pontiac TorrentBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 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 | Mazda CX-7 | Pontiac Torrent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | i SV $22,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $24,820 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | i Sport $22,995 MSRP | Base $26,815 MSRP |
| 3 | s Touring $26,455 MSRP | GXP $29,420 MSRP |
| 4 | s Touring $28,155 MSRP | GXP $31,415 MSRP |
| 5 | i Touring $26,590 MSRP | — |
| 6 | s Grand Touring $31,840 MSRP | — |
| 7 | s Grand Touring $33,540 MSRP | — |