2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 75 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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 (301 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | PT Cruiser | Sonata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |