Chrysler PT Cruiser (2006) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2014) Specs

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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year	2006	2014
Model	Chrysler PT Cruiser	Mazda Mazda3
Engine	turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800	2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250
Transmission	4-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.0 in	106.3 in	-3.3 in
Length	168.9 in	175.6 in	-6.7 in
Width	67.1 in	70.7 in	-3.6 in
Height	65.2 in	57.3 in	7.9 in
Curb Weight	3414 lb.	3002 lb.	412 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.0 gal.	13.2 gal.	1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.2 in	38.6 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.8 in	57.2 in	-3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	50.1 in	55.5 in	-5.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.6 in	42.2 in	-1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.5 in	37.6 in	1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.6 in	54.4 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	46.7 in	53.5 in	-6.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	40.9 in	35.8 in	5.1 in
Total Legroom	81.5 in (over 2 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	3.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	21.6 ft³	20.2 ft³	1.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	64.2 ft³	47.1 ft³	17.1 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

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review

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