2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 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 2,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Aveo | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
