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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,640

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $8,050

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,903

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $7,372

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserExplorer Sport Trac
TrimGTLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUT
Base Price $23,645 $27,490
Base Invoice $22,017 $25,606
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Satellite radio 195 195
Heated front seats 250  
4-speed shiftable automatic 550  
4.6L V8   1,310
Adrenaline Package   2,995
Sunroof   850
Floor mats   65
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Satellite radio 179 166
Heated front seats 230  
4-speed shiftable automatic 506  
4.6L V8   1,192
Adrenaline Package   2,756
Sunroof   723
Floor mats   47
Options (change) 1,355 5,415
Options (change) 1,246 4,884
Destination 640 785
Total Price $25,640 $33,690
Total Invoice $23,903 $31,275

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,017
Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserExplorer Sport Trac
TrimGTLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUT
Engine230hp I4292hp V8
TransmissionT4A6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/65-18
Total Price$25,640$33,690
Adjustments for Features0-1,460
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,640$32,230
Total Invoice$23,903$31,275
Adjustments for Features0-1,355
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,903$29,920

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserExplorer Sport Trac
TrimGTLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power sliding rear window $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Class II trailer hitch $200
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Storage compartment(s) in bed $100
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear defrost$200 
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Larger rear spoiler$200 
Running boards $350
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,140$3,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,460
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,355

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserExplorer Sport Trac
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUT
Wheelbase103.0 in130.5 in
Length168.9 in210.2 in
Width67.1 in73.7 in
Height65.2 in72.5 in
Curb Weight3,414 lb.4,618 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft30.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft30.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels350Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested147573%
Total Not Requested55027%

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