2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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. Both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 676 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
