Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5100 165 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 101.5 in | 1.5 in |
Length | 168.9 in | 174.1 in | -5.2 in |
Width | 67.1 in | 70.5 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 56.9 in | 8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3215 lb. | 3508 lb. | -293 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 54.7 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 0.0 in | 50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.7 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 35.8 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 41.5 in | 12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 0.0 in | 46.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 32.5 in | 8.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 7.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 15 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 53.7 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 |
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |