2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 696 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Tahoe | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |