2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser

To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 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 80 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 328 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 328 PT Cruiser
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2427 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 57 L