2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa.
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, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Opa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
