2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 469 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | PT Cruiser | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |