2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Morgan Aero 8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | PT Cruiser | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |