2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
