2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | PT Cruiser | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
