2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 646 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
