2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 955 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 135 L |
