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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (148 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 440 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 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 | 2425 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |