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Chrysler PT Cruiser (2010) vs. Ford Escape (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Ford Escape specs.

2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2010 2008  
Model Chrysler PT Cruiser Ford Escape  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
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 3165 lb. 3272 lb. -107 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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser

2010 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Escape

2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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