2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 713 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | PT Cruiser | Montero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |