2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 227 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
