2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 378 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
