2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 370 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | PT Cruiser | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |