2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Audi A6

To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2010 Audi A6
Make Chrysler Audi
Model PT Cruiser A6
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1411 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4933 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1478 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2842 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 80 L


 

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