2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. 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 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | PT Cruiser | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |