2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic
To start off, both 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic and 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic weights approximately 469 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic. 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic has automatic transmission and 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic has manual transmission. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1.6 Classic | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Cabriolet LTD Automatic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | PT Cruiser | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
