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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,580

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $10,505

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,932

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $9,656

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820092009
ModelPT CruiserChargerCharger
TrimLimitedR/TSRT8
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,515 $32,160 $38,970
Base Invoice $21,899 $29,901 $36,098
Bluetooth cell phone link 360    
Engine-block heater 35 40 40
Protection Group   1,185  
Sunroof   950 950
Side curtain airbags     590
Bluetooth cell phone link 331    
Engine-block heater 32 36 36
Protection Group   1,055  
Sunroof   846 846
Side curtain airbags     525
Options (change) 395 2,175 1,580
Options (change) 363 1,937 1,407
Destination 670 750 750
Gas Tax 0 0 1,700
Total Price $24,580 $35,085 $43,000
Total Invoice $22,932 $32,588 $39,955

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,755
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,031
Model Year200820092009
ModelPT CruiserChargerCharger
TrimLimitedR/TSRT8
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine180hp I4368hp V8425hp V8
TransmissionA4T5T5
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6276, 6276, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/60-18245/45-20
Total Price$24,580$35,085$43,000
Adjustments for Features0-1,750-1,575
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,580$33,335$41,425
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,090
Total Invoice$22,932$32,588$39,955
Adjustments for Features0-1,625-1,463
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,932$30,963$38,492
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,529

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger

Model Year200820092009
ModelPT CruiserChargerCharger
TrimLimitedR/TSRT8
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Ashtray and lighter (optional) $0$0
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Remote start  $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Tires, self-sealing $50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper$175  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler$200  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
iPod integration $100 
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Heated mirrors $25$25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding passenger seat$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Removable second row seats$0  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Polished alloy wheels$350 $350
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,925$4,675$4,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,750$1,575
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,625-1,463

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Charger

Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserCharger
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in120.0 in
Length168.9 in200.1 in
Width67.1 in74.5 in
Height65.2 in58.2 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,801 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in59.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in56.2 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in36.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in57.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in56.2 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in40.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft316.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft316.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Charger R/T

Protection Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Tires, self-sealing50No
iPod integration100No
Total Requested60055%
Total Not Requested50045%

Option Package Details
Dodge Charger SRT8

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350No
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested35050%
Total Not Requested35050%

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