2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 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 Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | PT Cruiser | Trafic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |