2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 45 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | PT Cruiser | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |