2012 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Audi A8 | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Chrysler |
Model | A8 | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 372 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5268 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3122 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |