2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 603 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 77 L |
