2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Echo | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
