1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Xedos |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
