Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 130.5 in | -27.5 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 210.2 in | -41.3 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 73.7 in | -6.6 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 72.5 in | -7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3414 lb. | 4618 lb. | -1204 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 59.0 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 55.4 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.4 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.5 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 58.9 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 55.5 in | -8.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.9 in | 4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 0.0 | 21.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 0.0 | 64.2 ft3 |
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have logged many miles with family in tow. There is ample space in both the front and rear. Actually surprising considering the diminuitive size of the PT. The extra leg room for the rear passengers comes at the expense of cargo space. Tiny trunk that is difficult to access if you are tall. Costco runs are always interesting. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |