Chrysler PT Cruiser (2006) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2012) Specs

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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year	2006	2012
Model	Chrysler PT Cruiser	Chevrolet Equinox
Engine	turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800	3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100
Transmission	4-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.0 in	112.5 in	-9.5 in
Length	168.9 in	187.8 in	-18.9 in
Width	67.1 in	72.5 in	-5.4 in
Height	65.2 in	66.3 in	-1.1 in
Curb Weight	3414 lb.	3944 lb.	-530 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.0 gal.	18.8 gal.	-3.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.2 in	40.9 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.8 in	55.8 in	-2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	50.1 in	54.6 in	-4.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.6 in	41.2 in	-0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.5 in	39.2 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.6 in	55.3 in	-1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	46.7 in	51.1 in	-4.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	40.9 in	39.9 in	1 in
Total Legroom	81.5 in (over 2 rows)	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	0.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	21.6 ft³	31.5 ft³	-9.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	64.2 ft³	63.7 ft³	0.5 ft³

2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2005	4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Room fot 5 footers see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2005	4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Seating position, legroom, and comfort of seats see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2005	4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Plush seats stay comfortable on my daily hour commutes to and from work. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2005	4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Surprising amount of rear passenger room for two adults. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review

2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	2dr Convertible turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I have logged many miles with family in tow. There is ample space in both the front and rear. Actually surprising considering the diminuitive size of the PT. The extra leg room for the rear passengers comes at the expense of cargo space. Tiny trunk that is difficult to access if you are tall. Costco runs are always interesting. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review

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