2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 275 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | PT Cruiser | Caddy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |