2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (320 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
