2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
