2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Dacia Sandero
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Dacia Sandero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. 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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dacia |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
