2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 268 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | PT Cruiser | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |