2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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 440 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | PT Cruiser | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |