2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 78 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | PT Cruiser | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |