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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,590

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $2,703

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,987

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $2,246

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920072007
ModelPT CruiserForesterForester
TrimLimited2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $24,510 $26,695 $27,895
Base Invoice $22,939 $24,930 $26,116
Bluetooth cell phone link 360    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   42  
Cargo net   46 46
Universal garage door opener   87 87
Rear spoiler   353 353
Satellite radio   445 445
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     183
Bluetooth cell phone link 328    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   28  
Cargo net   30 30
Universal garage door opener   56 56
Rear spoiler   230 230
Satellite radio   334 334
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     119
Options (change) 360 973 1,114
Options (change) 328 678 769
Destination 720 625 625
Total Price $25,590 $28,293 $29,634
Total Invoice $23,987 $26,233 $27,510

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $108
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $160
Model Year200920072007
ModelPT CruiserForesterForester
TrimLimited2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine180hp I4173hp H4224hp H4
TransmissionA4A4M5
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6120, 4155, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/60-16215/55-17
Total Price$25,590$28,293$29,634
Adjustments for Features0-2,595-1,695
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,590$25,698$27,939
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,241
Total Invoice$23,987$26,233$27,510
Adjustments for Features0-2,406-1,574
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,987$23,827$25,936
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,109

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year200920072007
ModelPT CruiserForesterForester
TrimLimited2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Tire-pressure monitor$75  
Traction control$100  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rack $300$300
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Interior air filter $0$0
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350$350
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Hood scoop  $100
Sunroof$900  
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
Trip computer$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat$150  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Removable second row seats$0  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Auto-leveling rear shocks $200 
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$3,600$6,195$5,295
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,595$1,695
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,406-1,574

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20092007
ModelPT CruiserForester
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in99.4 in
Length168.9 in176.6 in
Width67.1 in68.3 in
Height65.2 in65.0 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,166 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft357.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Subaru Forester specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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