Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 113.2 in | -10.2 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 200.2 in | -31.3 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 76.2 in | -9.1 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 68.0 in | -2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 4330 lb. | -1033 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 59.4 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 56.5 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.9 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 58.7 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 56.0 in | -9.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 39.8 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -31.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.6 | 48.3 ft3 | -26.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -36.5 ft3 |
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 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |