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

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

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Chrysler PT Cruiser Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine turbocharged
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
180 hp@5200
210 lb-ft@2800
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6950
222 lb-ft@5100
 
Transmission 4-speed 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 3297 lb. 3944 lb. -647 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

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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 Equinox

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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