Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Eos | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5100 165 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 103.0 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 173.5 in | 168.9 in | 4.6 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 67.1 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 65.2 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3549 lb. | 3215 lb. | 334 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 39.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.8 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.1 in | -50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.6 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.5 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 53.6 in | -12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.7 in | -46.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.5 in | 40.9 in | -8.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -7.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.6 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -15 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.5 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | -53.7 ft3 |
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2010 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 |