2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1292 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.
Because 2008 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 110 L |
