2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster 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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
