2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 65 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | PT Cruiser | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
