Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
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 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 103.1 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 174.7 in | -5.8 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 71.1 in | -4 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 67.7 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 3387 lb. | -90 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 | 56.6 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 53.3 in | -3.2 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 | 29.2 ft3 | -7.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |