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Ford Explorer vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,650 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited | |||||
| Difference: $5,935 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,120 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited | |||||
| Difference: $5,396 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | PT Cruiser | PT Cruiser |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | GT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $26,495 | $29,245 | $32,395 | $18,895 | $23,645 |
| Base Invoice | $24,771 | $27,273 | $30,178 | $17,694 | $22,017 |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | 560 | ||
| Ironman Package | 1,495 | ||||
| Convenience Group | 250 | ||||
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||||
| ABS w/ traction control | 825 | ||||
| Quick Order Package K | 1,155 | ||||
| 2.4L I4 | 1,280 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 360 | 360 | |||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | 300 | 300 | |||
| Heated front seats | 250 | ||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | 476 | ||
| Ironman Package | 1,271 | ||||
| Convenience Group | 213 | ||||
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||||
| ABS w/ traction control | 759 | ||||
| Quick Order Package K | 1,063 | ||||
| 2.4L I4 | 1,178 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 331 | 331 | |||
| Satellite radio | 179 | 179 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | 276 | 276 | |||
| Heated front seats | 230 | ||||
| Options (change) | 2,305 | 1,885 | 560 | 4,115 | 1,105 |
| Options (change) | 1,960 | 1,603 | 476 | 3,786 | 1,016 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 785 | 640 | 640 |
| Total Price | $29,585 | $31,915 | $33,740 | $23,650 | $25,390 |
| Total Invoice | $27,516 | $29,661 | $31,439 | $22,120 | $23,673 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,550 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,178 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | PT Cruiser | PT Cruiser |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | GT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 180hp I4 | 230hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A5 | M5 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | 100, 6 | 100, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 | 205/55-16 | 205/50-17 |
| Total Price | $29,585 | $31,915 | $33,740 | $23,650 | $25,390 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,385 | -2,385 | -4,110 | 0 | -200 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,200 | $29,530 | $29,630 | $23,650 | $25,190 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,330 | $2,430 | $0 | $1,540 |
| Total Invoice | $27,516 | $29,661 | $31,439 | $22,120 | $23,673 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,218 | -2,217 | -3,830 | 0 | -186 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,298 | $27,444 | $27,609 | $22,120 | $23,487 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,146 | $2,311 | $0 | $1,367 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | PT Cruiser | PT Cruiser |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | GT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Cargo shelf, height-adjustable | $100 | $100 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| All-weather floor mats | $75 | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Removable second row seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,125 | $4,125 | $5,850 | $1,740 | $1,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,385 | $2,385 | $4,110 | $0 | $200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,218 | -2,217 | -3,830 | 0 | -186 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | PT Cruiser |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 168.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 67.1 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 65.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,148 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 50.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 46.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 40.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Ironman Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | No |
| Bodyside cladding | 350 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| 235/60R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
| Bluetooth cell phone link | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| ABS w/ traction control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4-wheel disc brakes | 150 | Yes |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Quick Order Package K | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser GT
| Bluetooth cell phone link | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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