2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 97 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Venga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14 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 | 1613 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
