2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 64 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | PT Cruiser | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |