2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1153 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 117 L |
