Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 106.4 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 175.6 in | -6.8 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 69.7 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 52.8 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3503 lb. | 3094 lb. | 409 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.8 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.6 in | 53.3 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.7 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 54.9 in | -13 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.4 in | 48.1 in | -6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 32.2 in | 8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 6.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.4 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 5.7 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 |
2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |