2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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 85 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | PT Cruiser | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |