2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 MG ZR
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 MG ZR 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR 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 630 kg more than 2008 MG ZR.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 MG ZR | |
Make | Chrysler | MG |
Model | PT Cruiser | ZR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |