2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 235 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Tundra (441 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
