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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: $24,545

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $7,845

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,900

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $6,757

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092008
ModelTaurusPT Cruiser
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $30,670 $23,515
Base Invoice $28,053 $21,899
Sunroof 895  
Bluetooth cell phone link   360
Sunroof 779  
Bluetooth cell phone link   331
Options (change) 895 360
Options (change) 779 331
Destination 825 670
Total Price $32,390 $24,545
Total Invoice $29,657 $22,900

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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: $5,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,651
Model Year20092008
ModelTaurusPT Cruiser
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine263hp V6180hp I4
TransmissionA6A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-18205/50-17
Total Price$32,390$24,545
Adjustments for Features-2,3000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,090$24,545
Total Invoice$29,657$22,900
Adjustments for Features-2,1060
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,551$22,900

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20092008
ModelTaurusPT Cruiser
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Brake assist$50 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable $100
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $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 
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$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 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,875$2,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,300$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,1060

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20092008
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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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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