2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 321 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 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 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 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | PT Cruiser | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
