2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
