2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 307 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | RunX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
