2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Ford Taurus
When we compare the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser's and the 2001 Ford Taurus's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2001 Ford Taurus has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser's and the 2001 Ford Taurus's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser’s base engine makes 150 horsepower, and the 2001 Ford Taurus base engine makes 155 horsepower. The PT Cruiser is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 360 miles. The Taurus is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles.This gives the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2001 Ford Taurus the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1693 - 7994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Chrysler PT Cruiser Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Taurus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chrysler PT Cruiser Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Taurus Rankings
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Trim Levels
Base, Limited
2001 Ford Taurus Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 3950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 360 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3123 lbs
Width:
67.1 inches
Height:
63 inches
Length:
168.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3516 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
197.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R16