2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | PT Cruiser | Defender |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |