2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
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 (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
