2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen C5 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 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | PT Cruiser | C5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2424 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |