2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace 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 113 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace.
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 Renault Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |
