2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
