2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | PT Cruiser | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
