2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 Element | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | PT Cruiser | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |