2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus 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 11 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | PT Cruiser | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |