2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 MG ZT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT 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 53 kg more than 2008 MG ZT.
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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT.
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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 MG ZT | |
Make | Chrysler | MG |
Model | PT Cruiser | ZT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.2 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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |