2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (207 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | PT Cruiser | GTI |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |