2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2005 Saab 03-Sep
Make Chrysler Saab
Model PT Cruiser 03-Sep
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2351 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1407 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 61 L