2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 39 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | PT Cruiser | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |