Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 109.8 in | -6.8 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 188.4 in | -19.5 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 75.2 in | -8.1 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 68.1 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 3979 lb. | -682 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 59.7 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 56.7 in | -6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.2 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 59.5 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 56.5 in | -9.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 38.3 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -29.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.6 | 42.3 ft3 | -20.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -31.2 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 |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |