2007 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 328 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
