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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,545

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $9,125

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,900

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $8,236

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092008
ModelExplorer Sport TracPT Cruiser
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUT4dr Wagon
Base Price $31,010 $23,515
Base Invoice $28,752 $21,899
Sunroof 850  
Convenience Package 995  
Bluetooth cell phone link   360
Sunroof 723  
Convenience Package 846  
Bluetooth cell phone link   331
Options (change) 1,845 360
Options (change) 1,569 331
Destination 815 670
Total Price $33,670 $24,545
Total Invoice $31,136 $22,900

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,665
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,961
Model Year20092008
ModelExplorer Sport TracPT Cruiser
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUT4dr Wagon
Engine210hp V6180hp I4
TransmissionA5A4
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/65-18205/50-17
Total Price$33,670$24,545
Adjustments for Features-2,4600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,210$24,545
Total Invoice$31,136$22,900
Adjustments for Features-2,2750
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,861$22,900

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20092008
ModelExplorer Sport TracPT Cruiser
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUT4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
4-speed automatic $800
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power sliding rear window$250 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Temporary spare tire $150
Trailer sway control$25 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable $100
Class II trailer hitch$200 
Roof rails$250 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Storage compartment(s) in bed$100 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear defrost $200
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler $200
Tubular side steps$350 
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
USB port$25 
Voice control for audio system$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Removable second row seats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
White-letter tires$0 
Total Value of Features$5,375$2,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,460$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,2750

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20092008
ModelExplorer Sport TracPT Cruiser
Body4dr SUT4dr Wagon
Wheelbase130.5 in103.0 in
Length210.2 in168.9 in
Width73.7 in67.1 in
Height72.5 in65.2 in
Curb Weight4,517 lb.3,148 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in53.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in50.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in46.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in40.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		0.021.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		0.064.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Trip computer150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested15018%
Total Not Requested70082%

Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited

Bluetooth cell phone link
FeatureValueRequested?
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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