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Chrysler PT Cruiser (2010) vs. Nissan Maxima (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2011 Nissan Maxima specs.

2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2011 Nissan Maxima Specifications

Model Year 2010 2011  
Model Chrysler PT Cruiser Nissan Maxima  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
150 hp@5100
165 lb-ft@4000
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6400
261 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.0 in 109.3 in -6.3 in
Length 168.9 in 190.6 in -21.7 in
Width 67.1 in 73.2 in -6.1 in
Height 65.2 in 57.8 in 7.4 in
Curb Weight 3215 lb. 3556 lb. -341 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 20.0 gal. -5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 38.5 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.8 in 56.3 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.1 in 53.4 in -3.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 43.8 in -3.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.5 in 36.4 in 3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 55.1 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.7 in 53.9 in -7.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.9 in 34.6 in 6.3 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 78.4 in (over 2 rows) 3.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.6 ft3 14.2 ft3 7.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 64.2 ft3 14.2 ft3 50 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser

2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Maxima

2011 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Lumbar in the base model. Good side bolstering on bottom cushion and through the shoulders. Large range of adjustment and the wheel tilts and shifts. see full Nissan Maxima review
2010 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Lots of room, soft seats. see full Nissan Maxima review
 
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