2005 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Focus | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
