2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 422 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | PT Cruiser | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |