2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (181 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | PT Cruiser | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |