2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 9 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Chrysler | Saab |
Model | PT Cruiser | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |