2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Morgan 44 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (139 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 44 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
