Chrysler PT Cruiser (2009) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year	2009	2012
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
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.	4045 lb.	-748 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

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review
2012	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review
2011	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD	Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review

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