2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 223 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |