2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 170 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | PT Cruiser | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2427 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |