Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 109.8 in | -6.8 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 193.7 in | -24.8 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 72.4 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 57.9 in | 7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3364 lb. | 3547 lb. | -183 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.4 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 57.3 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 55.1 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.3 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 56.5 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 55.9 in | -9.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 38.0 in | 2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 47.6 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 |
2009 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are medicore but with good additional seat support back does not hurt after long drive. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The other big plus is space. I am 6'4" with two sons over six foot tall. Even with me driving, there is enough space behind the drivers seat, and plenty of headroom. For the first time people actually tell me the back seats are comfortable! see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Infinate seat positions see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Being older and larger, the seats are wide enough not to squeeze, or confine me while still supporting me in turns. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If anybody has any doubts about what is realy the best mid-size family car, just have your teenagers en.joy a few hours in the new 6 see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not enough to stretch your legs and spread out a bit see full Mazda Mazda6 review |