2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 151 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang 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 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | PT Cruiser | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |