2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 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 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | PT Cruiser | E-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2423 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 132 L |