2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 488 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
