2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Toyota Aygo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 749 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2005 Toyota Aygo
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model PT Cruiser Aygo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 178 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1613 kg 864 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 35 L


 

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