2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 993 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex 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 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Flex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
