2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 Seat Altea (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (158 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | PT Cruiser | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.7 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 | 1441 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |