2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Pontiac Aztek were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 40 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2005 Pontiac Aztek has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | PT Cruiser | Aztek |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 69 L |