2009 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2009 Acura RDX and 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX 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, 2009 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura RDX | 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | RDX | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |