2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 135 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |