| Model Year | 2010 | 2017 | |
| Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,616 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,290 mm | 5,037 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,704 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,656 mm | 1,778 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,436 kg | 2,022 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 70 L | -13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,052 mm | 995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,273 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,361 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,186 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 960 mm | -960 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,034 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 846 mm | -846 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 612 L | 595 L | 17 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.6 | 1,243 L | 20.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,818 L | 2,313 L | -1 L |
| 2010 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.