2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Renault Grand Scenic 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Chrysler Renault
Model PT Cruiser Grand Scenic
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1564 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 60 L