2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (158 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |
