2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Suzuki Reno 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 (148 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 548 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. 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 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno. 2007 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Reno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
