2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Proton Gen-2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
