2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | PT Cruiser | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |