2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
