2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | Condor |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1446 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |