2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A6 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
