2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 128 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (311 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
