2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
