2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 640 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | PT Cruiser | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |