2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
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, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
