2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
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 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 467 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
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 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod 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 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Pod |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
