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Chrysler PT Cruiser (2008) vs. Ford Escape (2006) Specs

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

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Chrysler PT Cruiser Ford Escape  
Engine turbocharged
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
180 hp@5200
210 lb-ft@2800
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
200 hp@6000
193 lb-ft@4850
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.0 in 103.2 in -0.2 in
Length 168.9 in 174.9 in -6 in
Width 67.1 in 70.1 in -3 in
Height 65.2 in 69.7 in -4.5 in
Curb Weight 3297 lb. 3276 lb. 21 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 16.5 gal. -1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 40.4 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.8 in 56.3 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.1 in 53.2 in -3.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 41.6 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.5 in 39.2 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 55.9 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.7 in 49.1 in -2.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.9 in 35.6 in 5.3 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 4.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.6 ft3 29.3 ft3 -7.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 64.2 ft3 66.3 ft3 -2.1 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 Ford Escape

2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review
 
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