2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 312 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
