2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30.
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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | PT Cruiser | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2519 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |