2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | PT Cruiser | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |