2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | PT Cruiser | Vito |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |