2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Audi TT

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Audi TT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT 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 644 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.

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 (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2008 Audi TT
Make Chrysler Audi
Model PT Cruiser TT
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1959 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 60 L


 

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