2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 396 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger 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 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | PT Cruiser | Charger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |