2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 486 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | PT Cruiser | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
