2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 494 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Uplander | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
