2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 277 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 Vibe 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | PT Cruiser | Vibe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |