2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 57 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 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
