2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 426 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
