2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (216 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 386 kg more than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 87 L |