2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
