Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 106.4 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 174.3 in | -5.5 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 69.7 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 52.8 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3236 lb. | 3045 lb. | 191 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 |
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 RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review |