2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 439 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 87 L |
