2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
