Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
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Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 91.7 in | 11.3 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 157.3 in | 11.5 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 67.7 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 49.0 in | 11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3236 lb. | 2441 lb. | 795 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 37.4 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.2 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.6 in | 50.6 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 0.0 in | 36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 0.0 in | 41.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.4 in | 0.0 in | 41.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 38.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 8 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 |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |