2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
