2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 562 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.
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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia 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 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | PT Cruiser | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |