2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Honda Odyssey were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 549 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 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 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (158 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |
