2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (320 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Acadia 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 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |
