2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
