Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 119.0 in | -16 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 205.8 in | -36.9 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 78.7 in | -11.6 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 76.7 in | -11.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 5352 lb. | -2055 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -13 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 63.4 in | -9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 63.0 in | -12.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 64.3 in | -10.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 62.4 in | -15.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 38.7 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.1 in | -60.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 116.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.6 | 60.9 ft3 | -39.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 110.5 ft3 | -46.3 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2006 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of leg room! see full Ford Expedition review |
2006 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |