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 |
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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 |
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |