2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Superb weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2001 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (190 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Superb |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
