2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Renault Scenic II 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 (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic II. 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 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
