2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Toyota Quantum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 165 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | Quantum |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |