2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Make Audi Chrysler
Model A6 PT Cruiser
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 87.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 101.1 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 57 L