2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 462 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
