2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 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, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | PT Cruiser | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
