2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 757 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Uplander | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |