2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
