2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | PT Cruiser | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |