2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | PT Cruiser | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |