2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. 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 (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | PT Cruiser | 2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |