Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Challenger | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 103.0 in | 13 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 168.8 in | 28.9 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 67.1 in | 8.6 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 60.6 in | -3.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3719 lb. | 3236 lb. | 483 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.9 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 53.0 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 49.6 in | 5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 40.6 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 36.5 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 41.9 in | 12 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 41.4 in | 10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.6 in | 40.9 in | -8.3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -6.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.2 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.2 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
2011 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Challenger has tilt/telescope steering wheel that can be positioned exactly where you want see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
I can set the front seat in a comfortable location for myself and still have room behind me for a rear seat passenger. Seat can be positioned for a more chair-like seating position. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Larger/wider back seat with capability of handling modern child seats. Adequate space for occasional adult use of back seat. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
With the tilt/telescope steering wheel and the larger interior room vs. its competitors this car is easily adjusted to fit the driver and I get out still feeling good after all-day drives. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2011 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Coupe 372-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
While probably OK for short trips, but would not be comfortable for longer cruise even for small passengers see full Dodge Challenger review |
2008 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 |
2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |