2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 218 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.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | PT Cruiser | 335 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 406 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |