2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 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 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | PT Cruiser | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |