2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. 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 (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Rover 45 | |
Make | Chrysler | Rover |
Model | PT Cruiser | 45 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |