2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 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 50 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307.

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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 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 2009 Peugeot 307
Make Chrysler Peugeot
Model PT Cruiser 307
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4550 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 176 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.5 seconds 10.7 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 1391 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 60 L


 

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