Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Dodge Magnum
$18,275
$23,420
Highlights
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$18,275
|
$23,420
|
| Engine Type |
Gas I4
|
Not available
|
| MPG |
19 City / 24 Hwy
|
17 City / 24 Hwy
|
| Horsepower |
150 hp
|
|
| Drive Type |
Front Wheel Drive
|
Rear Wheel Drive
|
| Seating Capacity |
5
|
5
|
| Basic Warranty |
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
Not available
|
Engine
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Type |
Gas I4
|
Not available
|
| Displacement |
2.4L/148
|
Not available
|
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
150 @ 5100
|
Not available
|
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
165 @ 4000
|
Not available
|
| Transmission Options |
|
|
| MPG |
19 City / 24 Hwy
|
17 City / 24 Hwy
|
| Total Cooling System Capacity |
7.4 qts
|
Not available
|
Tires & Wheels
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size |
P205/55R16
|
Not available
|
| Rear Tire Size |
P205/55R16
|
Not available
|
| Spare Tire Size |
Compact
|
Not available
|
| Front Wheel Size |
16 x 6.0 in
|
Not available
|
| Rear Wheel Size |
16 x 6.0 in
|
Not available
|
| Spare Wheel Size |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Front Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Not available
|
| Rear Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Not available
|
| Spare Wheel Material |
N/A
|
Not available
|
Suspension
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front |
Macpherson Strut
|
Not available
|
| Suspension Type - Rear |
Twist beam
|
Not available
|
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) |
w/Coil Springs
|
Not available
|
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
w/Coil Springs
|
Not available
|
Steering
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering Type |
Pwr Rack & Pinion
|
Not available
|
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
18
|
Not available
|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) |
3
|
Not available
|
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
40 ft
|
Not available
|
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
N/A
|
Not available
|
Measurements
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Capacity |
5
|
Not available
|
| Passenger Volume |
99 ft³
|
Not available
|
| Front Head Room |
39 in
|
Not available
|
| Front Leg Room |
41 in
|
Not available
|
| Front Shoulder Room |
54 in
|
Not available
|
| Front Hip Room |
50 in
|
Not available
|
| Second Head Room |
40 in
|
Not available
|
| Second Leg Room |
41 in
|
Not available
|
| Second Shoulder Room |
54 in
|
Not available
|
| Second Hip Room |
47 in
|
Not available
|
| Wheelbase |
103 in
|
Not available
|
| Length, Overall |
169 in
|
Not available
|
| Width, Max w/o mirrors |
67 in
|
Not available
|
| Height, Overall |
63 in
|
Not available
|
| Track Width, Front |
58 in
|
Not available
|
| Track Width, Rear |
58 in
|
Not available
|
| Min Ground Clearance |
6 in
|
Not available
|
| Rear Door Opening Height |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Rear Door Opening Width |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Box (Area) Height |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Liftover Height |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 |
63 ft³
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 |
22 ft³
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 |
Not Available ft³
|
Not available
|
| Trunk Volume |
N/A
|
Not available
|
Weight & Capacity
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight |
3,222 lbs
|
Not available
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
1,000 lbs
|
Not available
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
100 lbs
|
Not available
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
15 gal
|
Not available
|
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A
|
Not available
|
Electrical
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
510
|
Not available
|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
120
|
Not available
|
Brakes
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Brake Type |
Pwr
|
Not available
|
| Brake ABS System |
4-wheel
|
Not available
|
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Not available
|
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Not available
|
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
11 x 0.9 in
|
Not available
|
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
10.62 x 0.35 in
|
Not available
|
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
Not Available
|
Not available
|
FAQ
Which is more reliable, the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser or the 2008 Dodge Magnum?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum is more reliable than the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser according to Cars.com consumers, with a reliability rating of 4.5 for the 2008 Magnum versus a reliability rating of 4.4 for the 2010 PT Cruiser.
Which is more fuel efficient, the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser or the 2008 Dodge Magnum?
The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is more fuel efficient than the 2008 Dodge Magnum with 21 MPG combined versus 0 MPG combined.
Which car is cheaper, the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser or the 2008 Dodge Magnum?
The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is cheaper than the 2008 Dodge Magnum with a $18,275 starting MSRP versus a $23,420 starting MSRP.
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