Chrysler PT Cruiser (2006) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2013) Specs

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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2013 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2006	2013
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
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

2013 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2013 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD	I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

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