2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 52 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.

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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2007 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model PT Cruiser Sequoia
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 273 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.1:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1407 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 100 L


 

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