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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 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 74 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | PT Cruiser | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |