2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 3 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
