2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model PT Cruiser Land Cruiser
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 431 Nm
Torque RPM 4550 RPM 1200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 176 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.5 seconds 13.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1441 kg 2520 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 96 L


 

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