2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 63 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (190 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
