2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | PT Cruiser | Ducato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |