2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (278 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Monte Carlo | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
