2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | PT Cruiser | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2423 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |