2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 311 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | PT Cruiser | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
