2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Make Audi Chrysler
Model A4 PT Cruiser
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 57 L