2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 325 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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 (189 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
