2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Honda Accord 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.
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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | PT Cruiser | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |