Chrysler PT Cruiser (2009) vs. Ford Focus (2011) Specs

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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2011 Ford Focus Specifications

Model Year	2009	2011
Model	Chrysler PT Cruiser	Ford Focus
Engine	turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250
Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.0 in	102.9 in	0.1 in
Length	168.9 in	175.0 in	-6.1 in
Width	67.1 in	66.7 in	0.4 in
Height	65.2 in	58.6 in	6.6 in
Curb Weight	3297 lb.	2645 lb.	652 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.0 gal.	13.5 gal.	1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.2 in	39.2 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.8 in	53.5 in	0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	50.1 in	50.4 in	-0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.6 in	41.7 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.5 in	38.3 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.6 in	53.7 in	-0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	46.7 in	50.9 in	-4.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	40.9 in	36.1 in	4.8 in
Total Legroom	81.5 in (over 2 rows)	77.8 in (over 2 rows)	3.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	21.6 ft³	13.8 ft³	7.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	64.2 ft³	13.8 ft³	50.4 ft³

2009 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

2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
2010	The rear seat is fairly comfortable--if you fit. Many compacts have roomier back seats. see full Ford Focus review

2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	I am ranking the driver's seat high in comfort even though 10 minutes is not enough to be sure. The seat has a lot of adjustability, including height. It feels like sitting on a platform rather than a hammock. The seat felt supportive without being hard. I can imagine it would allow for long distance travel in comfort. see full Ford Focus review
2010	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Head room was great and the seat adjusted vertically with an easy to use lever. see full Ford Focus review

2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review
2010	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	It's tight in the back. Entry and egress are a bit cumbersome in particular for the feet. My shoe size is 9.5. see full Ford Focus review
2010	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Like sitting on concrete. One minor positive was that the lumbar support was decent, but overall lacking in comfort. see full Ford Focus review
2010	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review

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