2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Rover 75 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Chrysler | Rover |
Model | PT Cruiser | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |