2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
