2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 348 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
