Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Nissan cube | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5100 165 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 99.6 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 156.5 in | 12.4 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 66.7 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 65.0 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 2762 lb. | 435 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 42.6 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 52.2 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 48.8 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.4 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.2 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 52.4 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 47.6 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 35.5 in | 5.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 58.1 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2009 Nissan cube Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Unparalleled rear seat room and comfort in this car for passengers. Should be among the easier cars of this size to put a baby seat into the back, if we have children. Our (longer and lower) 2004 Sentra paled in comparison of back seat usability. see full Nissan cube review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Adults can sit there in comfort. see full Nissan cube review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
SEATS ARE COMFY FOR LONG TRIPS. DO NOT BEAT THE HELL OUT OF YOU. see full Nissan cube review |