1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 586 kg more than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | PT Cruiser | Navara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |