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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 6000 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 150 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 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 | 2425 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |