2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (311 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 206 Nm |
| 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 | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
