2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S4 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
