Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5100 165 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 102.4 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 171.9 in | -3 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 69.5 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 61.4 in | 3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3215 lb. | 2865 lb. | 350 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.3 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 52.3 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.3 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 52.6 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 43.7 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.2 in | 4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2010 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
2010 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |