2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 551 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
