2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 330 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
