2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 606 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | PT Cruiser | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |