2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | PT Cruiser | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |