2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 910 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (400 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (333 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 129 L |
