2006 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2006 BMW M6 and 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (230 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2006 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M6 | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |