2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 623 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
