2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 766 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
