2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
