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Audi A6 vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Review

How the Audi A6 stacks up against the Chrysler PT Cruiser - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Audi A6
Price Range: $45,100 - $60,950
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Price Range: $18,000 - $24,510
Audi A6 vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Chrysler PT Cruiser is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Audi A6. Regarding fuel economy, the Chrysler PT Cruiser and the Audi A6 don't differ much. The PT Cruiser doesn't pale in comparison to the A6 regarding fuel economy. The Audi A6 is tremendously costlier than the Chrysler PT Cruiser regarding MSRP.

Utility
Neither the Audi A6 nor the Chrysler PT Cruiser has a marked advantage regarding seating capacity.

Convenience
The Chrysler PT Cruiser's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Audi A6.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Chrysler PT Cruiser's front cabin compared to the Audi. The Chrysler provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Audi A6 does.

Dimensions
The Audi A6 is substantially more bulky than the Chrysler PT Cruiser. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Audi A6 than the Chrysler PT Cruiser because of its bigger tank. The Chrysler PT Cruiser fits in smaller parking spaces than the Audi A6. The Audi A6's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the Chrysler PT Cruiser may give a nimbler feel in daily traffic.

Performance
With that kind of horsepower, the Audi A6 is a legitimate speedster. In terms of horsepower, the Audi packs quite a wallop and will knock the Chrysler down a few rungs. However, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Chrysler PT Cruiser and the Audi A6 quite certainly handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Audi A6 has a more sizeable engine than the PT Cruiser. Bear in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Audi A6 packs quite a punch compared to the Chrysler with respect to torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Audi A6 is tremendously more powerful than the Chrysler.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Chrysler PT Cruiser isn't quite as generous as the Audi's.

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