2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
