2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | PT Cruiser | XC70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |