2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | PT Cruiser | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
