2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Kia Picanto 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 (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 752 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
