Just because candidate "A" has 2k more PIC turbine it doesn't mean they are going to get hired over candidate "B" who only has 700hrs PIC. The interview is what the name implies. An interview. They want to meet you and see how you are. They want to make sure this candidate fits into their model of what they are looking for. Candidate "A" might have more pic but in the interview he came out as someone cocky and arrogant, candidate "B" was friendlier and more personable. Guess who got hired? If it was the way alot of you guys think it is there would be no need for interview. Just hire The candidates with the most time!!!
That being said... having more than 1000 PIC time in a regional isn't the same as a guy who doesn't have 1000 PIC but has time in an aircraft over 100k. and has done class II navigation and has more experienced flying. It all depends in what the particular airline is looking for.