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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 336 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
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 | 2429 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |