Model Year | 2006 | 2018 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 103.9 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 180.9 in | -12 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 70.7 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 66.4 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3414 lb. | 3653 lb. | -239 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 41.4 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 57.0 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 53.9 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.0 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 56.5 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 53.0 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 38.0 in | 2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -12.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 | -10.5 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 |
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |