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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: $20,220

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $4,805

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,635

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $3,576

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102009200920092009
ModelPT CruiserEscapeEscapeEscapeEscape
TrimClassicXLTLimitedHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $18,275 $23,455 $24,920 $29,645 $31,975
Base Invoice $17,801 $21,789 $23,123 $27,422 $29,542
Convenience Group 395        
Engine-block heater 35 35 35 35 35
Sunroof 795     795  
Sun and SYNC Package   745      
Cargo net   65 65    
Moon and Tune Package     745    
Convenience Group 359        
Engine-block heater 32 30 30 30 30
Sunroof 723     676  
Sun and SYNC Package   633      
Cargo net   34 34    
Moon and Tune Package     633    
Options (change) 1,225 845 845 830 35
Options (change) 1,114 697 697 706 30
Destination 720 725 725 725 725
Gas Tax 0 0 0 -3,000 -3,000
Total Price $20,220 $25,025 $26,490 $28,200 $29,735
Total Invoice $19,635 $23,211 $24,545 $25,853 $27,297

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,015
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,916
Model Year20102009200920092009
ModelPT CruiserEscapeEscapeEscapeEscape
TrimClassicXLTLimitedHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine150hp I4171hp I4171hp I4153hp I4 H153hp I4 H
TransmissionA4A6A6CVTCVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 680, 4320, 780, 480, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16235/70-16235/70-16235/70-16235/70-16
Total Price$20,220$25,025$26,490$28,200$29,735
Adjustments for Features0-1,790-3,040-2,125-4,025
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,220$23,235$23,450$26,075$25,710
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$215$2,840$2,475
Total Invoice$19,635$23,211$24,545$25,853$27,297
Adjustments for Features0-1,660-2,817-1,948-3,695
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,635$21,551$21,728$23,905$23,602
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$177$2,354$2,051

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20102009200920092009
ModelPT CruiserEscapeEscapeEscapeEscape
TrimClassicXLTLimitedHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800    
6-speed automatic $1000$1000  
CVT   $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100$100
Keyless entry keypad $50$50 $50
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25$25
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400$400$400
Brake assist $50$50$50$50
Knee airbag, driver$75    
Obstacle detection, rear    $250
Rollover sensor $50$50$50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350$350
Stability control $400$400$400$400
Traction control $100$100$100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover    $75
Cargo net$40$40$40  
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100    
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25$25
Purse holder  $0  
Roof rack    $300
Roof rails $250$250$250 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50    
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200$200
Dual-zone climate control   $125$125
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75    
Rear bumper protector $40$40$40$40
Rear spoiler$200    
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125$125$125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100$100
CD changer, in-dash  $325 $325
CD player$125$125 $125 
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50$50
Satellite radio $200$200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250    
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25$25
USB port $25$25$25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25$25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150$150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125$125$125
Heated mirrors    $25
Interior ambient lighting  $150 $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150    
Heated front seats$200   $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900 $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150$150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50    
Removable second row seats$0    
Stain-resistant fabric$100    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 $350$350
Machined alloy wheels  $350  
Total Value of Features$2,590$4,380$5,630$4,715$6,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,790$3,040$2,125$4,025
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,660-2,817-1,948-3,695

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20102009
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 Weight3,166 lb.3,255 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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Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Folding passenger seat150No
Stain-resistant fabric100No
Total Requested50063%
Total Not Requested30037%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Sun and SYNC Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
USB port25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Voice control for audio system25No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Limited

Moon and Tune Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Purse holder0No
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

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