2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna 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 5 kg more than 2002 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
