2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Xedos | Chrysler |
| Model | 9 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
