2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Honda FR-V. 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 (285 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
