2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Suzuki Baleno 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 739 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. 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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | PT Cruiser | Baleno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |