2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 686 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 Volkswagen Multivan (310 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
