2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Land Rover LR3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2009 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2009 Land Rover LR3
Make Chrysler Land Rover
Model PT Cruiser LR3
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4550 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 176 km/hour 199 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors