2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (181 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 203 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
