2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 81 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
