2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 297 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
