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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 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 128 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 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 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1564 kg 1692 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 68 L


 

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