2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Suzuki Covie were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 633 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Covie |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
