2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Toyota Opa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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 (224 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa. 2001 Toyota Opa 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 Toyota Opa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Opa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
