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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 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 31 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | PT Cruiser | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |