Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Pontiac G5 | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | 2.2L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6100 150 lb-ft@4900 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800 |
|
Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 103.0 in | 0.5 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 168.8 in | 11 in |
Width | 67.5 in | 67.1 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 55.6 in | 60.6 in | -5 in |
Curb Weight | 2991 lb. | 3386 lb. | -395 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.0 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.4 in | 49.6 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 40.6 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 36.5 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 41.9 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.3 in | 41.4 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 40.9 in | -8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -7.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
2009 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfortable for long rides see full Pontiac G5 review |
2009 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
getting into the back seat is difficult see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
small but it is a small car, besides I drive all the time! see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I prefer a larger car see full Pontiac G5 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 |