2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | PT Cruiser | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |