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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: $20,185

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $8,205

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,603

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $6,454

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020092009
ModelPT CruiserTaurusTaurus
TrimClassicSELLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,275 $26,670 $30,670
Base Invoice $17,801 $24,453 $28,053
Convenience Group 395    
Sunroof 795 895 895
Convenience Group 359    
Sunroof 723 779 779
Options (change) 1,190 895 895
Options (change) 1,082 779 779
Destination 720 825 825
Total Price $20,185 $28,390 $32,390
Total Invoice $19,603 $26,057 $29,657

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,270
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,678
Model Year201020092009
ModelPT CruiserTaurusTaurus
TrimClassicSELLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp 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)205/55-16215/60-17225/55-18
Total Price$20,185$28,390$32,390
Adjustments for Features0-1,935-4,375
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,185$26,455$28,015
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,560
Total Invoice$19,603$26,057$29,657
Adjustments for Features0-1,776-4,006
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,603$24,281$25,651
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,370

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year201020092009
ModelPT CruiserTaurusTaurus
TrimClassicSELLimited
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
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
911 assist  $25
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Traction control $100$100
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 $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$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper$175  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler$200  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$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
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Heated mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Heated front seats$200 $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Removable second row seats$0  
Stain-resistant fabric$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $600
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Total Value of Features$2,840$4,775$7,215
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,935$4,375
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,776-4,006

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20102009
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 Weight3,166 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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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Taurus specs.

Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Folding passenger seat150Yes
Stain-resistant fabric100No
Total Requested70088%
Total Not Requested10012%

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