2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Toyota Will
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Will would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Will weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2004 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Toyota Will 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Will. 2004 Toyota Will 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. 2004 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Will |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
