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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,320

Ford Escape XLT   
Difference: $405

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,464

Ford Escape XLT   
Difference: $517

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Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimGTXLT
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price $23,645 $21,685
Base Invoice $22,017 $20,229
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Engine-block heater 35 35
CD changer, in-dash 300 295
Satellite radio 195  
4-speed shiftable automatic 550  
Convenience Package   295
Sun and Satellite Package   545
Leather Comfort Group   695
Cargo net   65
3.0L V6   1,010
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Engine-block heater 32 30
CD changer, in-dash 276 251
Satellite radio 179  
4-speed shiftable automatic 506  
Convenience Package   251
Sun and Satellite Package   464
Leather Comfort Group   591
Cargo net   34
3.0L V6   919
Options (change) 1,440 2,940
Options (change) 1,324 2,540
Destination 640 695
Total Price $25,725 $25,320
Total Invoice $23,981 $23,464

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape XLT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $455
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $563
Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimGTXLT
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine230hp I4200hp V6
TransmissionT4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 680, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/70-16
Total Price$25,725$25,320
Adjustments for Features0-50
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,725$25,270
Total Invoice$23,981$23,464
Adjustments for Features0-46
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,981$23,418

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimGTXLT
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Larger rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,350$2,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$50
Value of Feature Adjustments0-46

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserEscape
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in103.1 in
Length168.9 in174.7 in
Width67.1 in71.1 in
Height65.2 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,414 lb.3,387 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft366.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Compass0Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25No
Keyless entry keypad50No
Total Requested43085%
Total Not Requested7515%
Sun and Satellite Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Total Requested115098%
Total Not Requested252%
Leather Comfort Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%

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