2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | PT Cruiser | Actyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |