2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Tata Indica 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 (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. 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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2007 Tata Indica
Make Chrysler Tata
Model PT Cruiser Indica
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Size 2429 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 37 L


 

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