2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
