2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 142 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (190 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa 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 | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
