2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 300 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
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 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Reno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
