2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna 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 109 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 (285 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
