2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser

To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 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 A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A8 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Make Audi Chrysler
Model A8 PT Cruiser
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4150 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 9.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 57 L


 

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