2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | PT Cruiser | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |