2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2008 Honda CR-V
Make Chrysler Honda
Model PT Cruiser CR-V
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2428 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 0 HP
Torque 214 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 240 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 58 L