2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 813 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | PT Cruiser | C1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |