2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
