2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
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 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. Both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Jeep Liberty are equipped with a 2,425 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 224 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 78 L |
