2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
