2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto 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 86 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 557 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
