2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 (300 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
