2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (216 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 811 kg more than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | PT Cruiser | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
