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Chrysler PT Cruiser (2008) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Chrysler PT Cruiser Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.0 in 112.3 in -9.3 in
Length 168.9 in 187.8 in -18.9 in
Width 67.1 in 69.8 in -2.7 in
Height 65.2 in 58.1 in 7.1 in
Curb Weight 3147 lb. 3458 lb. -311 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 16.3 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 39.4 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.8 in 56.7 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.1 in 53.5 in -3.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 41.9 in -1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.5 in 39.4 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 55.5 in -1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.7 in 52.4 in -5.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.9 in 41.0 in -0.1 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 82.9 in (over 2 rows) -1.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.6 ft3 22.8 ft3 -1.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 64.2 ft3 41.0 ft3 23.2 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 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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