2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |