Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Honda Civic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 134 kW@5200 285 Nm@2800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 kW@7800 188 Nm@6200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,616 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,290 mm | 4,488 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,704 mm | 1,753 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,656 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,496 kg | 1,321 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 50 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,001 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,273 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,361 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,186 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 879 mm | -878 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 612 L | 340 L | 272 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,818 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
2008 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 |
2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |