2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2423 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |