2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A8 (380 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2424 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |
