2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
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 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa 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 88 kg more than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
