2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 192 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (190 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
