2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (311 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
