2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Edge |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
