Chrysler PT Cruiser (2006) vs. Honda Pilot (2015) Specs

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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2015 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2006	2015
Model	Chrysler PT Cruiser	Honda Pilot
Engine	turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800
Transmission	4-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.0 in	109.2 in	-6.2 in
Length	168.9 in	191.4 in	-22.5 in
Width	67.1 in	78.5 in	-11.4 in
Height	65.2 in	71.0 in	-5.8 in
Curb Weight	3414 lb.	4299 lb.	-885 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.0 gal.	21.0 gal.	-6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.2 in	40.0 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.8 in	61.5 in	-7.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	50.1 in	58.6 in	-8.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.6 in	41.4 in	-0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.5 in	39.8 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.6 in	62.2 in	-8.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	46.7 in	56.9 in	-10.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	40.9 in	38.5 in	2.4 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.2 in	-38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	58.9 in	-58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	48.4 in	-48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.1 in	-32.1 in
Total Legroom	81.5 in (over 2 rows)	112 in (over 3 rows)	-30.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	21.6 ft³	18.0 ft³	3.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	21.6	47.7 ft³	-26.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	64.2 ft³	87.0 ft³	-22.8 ft³

2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2005	4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Room fot 5 footers see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2005	4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Seating position, legroom, and comfort of seats see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2005	4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Plush seats stay comfortable on my daily hour commutes to and from work. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review
2005	4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Surprising amount of rear passenger room for two adults. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review

2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	2dr Convertible turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I have logged many miles with family in tow. There is ample space in both the front and rear. Actually surprising considering the diminuitive size of the PT. The extra leg room for the rear passengers comes at the expense of cargo space. Tiny trunk that is difficult to access if you are tall. Costco runs are always interesting. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review

2015 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review

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