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Ford Taurus vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,590

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $1,965

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,987

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $1,330

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082009
ModelTaurusTaurusPT Cruiser
TrimSELLimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $23,635 $27,620 $24,510
Base Invoice $21,801 $25,388 $22,939
Heated front seats 240    
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 895 695  
Sunroof 895 895  
Leather seating surfaces 895    
Satellite radio 195 195  
Bluetooth cell phone link     360
Heated front seats 209    
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 779 605  
Sunroof 779 779  
Leather seating surfaces 779    
Satellite radio 170 170  
Bluetooth cell phone link     328
Options (change) 3,120 1,785 360
Options (change) 2,716 1,554 328
Destination 800 800 720
Total Price $27,555 $30,205 $25,590
Total Invoice $25,317 $27,742 $23,987

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,030
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,391
Model Year200820082009
ModelTaurusTaurusPT Cruiser
TrimSELLimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine263hp V6263hp V6180hp I4
TransmissionA6A6A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 7100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-18225/55-18205/50-17
Total Price$27,555$30,205$25,590
Adjustments for Features0-1,375-65
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,555$28,830$25,525
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,275$0
Total Invoice$25,317$27,742$23,987
Adjustments for Features0-1,263-61
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,317$26,479$23,926
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,162$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year200820082009
ModelTaurusTaurusPT Cruiser
TrimSELLimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000 
4-speed automatic  $800
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable  $100
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)  $50
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Rear wiper  $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash $325 
CD player$125 $125
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Satellite radio$200$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$25
Automatic headlights $125 
Heated mirrors $25 
Outside temperature display $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates  $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100 
Removable second row seats  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600$600 
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Touring suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,825$4,200$2,890
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,375$65
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,263-61

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20082009
ModelTaurusPT Cruiser
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase112.9 in103.0 in
Length200.4 in168.9 in
Width74.5 in67.1 in
Height61.5 in65.2 in
Curb Weight3,644 lb.3,148 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in53.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in50.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.5 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in46.7 in
Row 2 Legroom41.3 in40.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.2 ft321.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		21.264.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser specs.

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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