2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 320 | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |