2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Yaris | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
