2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 5 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea 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 247 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea.
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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (158 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea 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 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | PT Cruiser | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1441 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |