2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | PT Cruiser | RX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1844 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 73 L |