2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 991 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Ram | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
