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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 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 Kia Sportage weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage 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 (285 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm). 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 | 2498 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |