2006 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Rover | Chrysler |
| Model | 75 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
