2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V50 | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Volvo | Chrysler |
| Model | V50 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
