2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 402 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 87 L |
