2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
