2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Alfa Romeo GT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 478 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
Model | PT Cruiser | GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |