2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.

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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Avensis 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Make Toyota Chrysler
Model Avensis PT Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2231 cc 2427 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 101 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 15.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 222 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1873 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 57 L


 

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