2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Honda Element
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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 72 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.
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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
