2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
