Chrysler PT Cruiser (2009) vs. Honda Pilot (2011) Specs

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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2011 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2009	2011
Model	Chrysler PT Cruiser	Honda Pilot
Engine	turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800
Transmission	4-speed 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	190.9 in	-22 in
Width	67.1 in	78.5 in	-11.4 in
Height	65.2 in	71.0 in	-5.8 in
Curb Weight	3297 lb.	4319 lb.	-1022 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

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 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review
2010	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review

2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review

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