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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,545

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $3,010

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,900

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $2,417

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008
ModelPT CruiserTaurusTaurus
TrimLimitedSELLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,515 $23,635 $27,620
Base Invoice $21,899 $21,801 $25,388
Bluetooth cell phone link 360    
Satellite radio   195 195
Heated front seats   240  
Leather seating surfaces   895  
Sunroof   895 895
Chrome-clad alloy wheels   895 695
Bluetooth cell phone link 331    
Satellite radio   170 170
Heated front seats   209  
Leather seating surfaces   779  
Sunroof   779 779
Chrome-clad alloy wheels   779 605
Options (change) 360 3,120 1,785
Options (change) 331 2,716 1,554
Destination 670 800 800
Total Price $24,545 $27,555 $30,205
Total Invoice $22,900 $25,317 $27,742

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,075
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,478
Model Year200820082008
ModelPT CruiserTaurusTaurus
TrimLimitedSELLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine180hp I4263hp V6263hp V6
TransmissionA4A6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/55-18225/55-18
Total Price$24,545$27,555$30,205
Adjustments for Features-650-1,375
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,480$27,555$28,830
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,275
Total Invoice$22,900$25,317$27,742
Adjustments for Features-610-1,263
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,839$25,317$26,479
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,162

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year200820082008
ModelPT CruiserTaurusTaurus
TrimLimitedSELLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Rollover sensor $50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40  
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper$175  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler$200  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 $100
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
USB port  $25
Voice control for audio system  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 $25
Automatic headlights  $125
Heated mirrors  $25
Outside temperature display$50 $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Removable second row seats$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600$600
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,890$2,825$4,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$65$0$1,375
Value of Feature Adjustments-610-1,263

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082008
ModelPT CruiserTaurus
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in112.9 in
Length168.9 in200.4 in
Width67.1 in74.5 in
Height65.2 in61.5 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,644 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in41.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft321.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft321.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL

Chrome-clad alloy wheels
FeatureValueRequested?
Chrome-clad alloy wheels250Yes
225/55R18 tires400No
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%

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