2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
