2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
