2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 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 20 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | PT Cruiser | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |