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Chrysler PT Cruiser (2008) vs. Chevrolet Cruze (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze specs.

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Chrysler PT Cruiser Chevrolet Cruze  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
150 hp@5100
165 lb-ft@4000
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6300
123 lb-ft@3800
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.0 in 105.7 in -2.7 in
Length 168.9 in 181.0 in -12.1 in
Width 67.1 in 70.7 in -3.6 in
Height 65.2 in 58.1 in 7.1 in
Curb Weight 3197 lb. 3102 lb. 95 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 15.6 gal. -0.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 39.3 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.8 in 54.8 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.1 in 53.0 in -2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 42.2 in -1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.5 in 37.9 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 53.9 in -0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.7 in 52.4 in -5.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.9 in 35.4 in 5.5 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 77.6 in (over 2 rows) 3.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.6 ft3 15.4 ft3 6.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 64.2 ft3 15.4 ft3 48.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2008 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I have a bad leg ,the high seat ,wide door opening and extra leg make it easy for me to swing my leg in and out. It has more room than lots of other cars. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2008 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Can seat 2 adults comfortably. Plenty of leg room and visibility. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2007 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze

2012 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat legroom is a bit tight with the front seats fully back. see full Chevrolet Cruze review
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Unfortunately there is no leg room in the rear of the car when the front seats are a particular distant from the dashboard. So either all the people when riding in this car need to be small people like no more then 5 foot?! or you can only have two 6 foot people in it at a time. needs serious improvements there! see full Chevrolet Cruze review
 
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