2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 308 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | PT Cruiser | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |