2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | PT Cruiser | Tucson |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2427 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |