2008 Toyota Auris vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Auris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Auris | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Auris | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
