2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
