2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 393 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 (157 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | PT Cruiser | Jazz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 77 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |