2000 Audi TT vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | TT | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
