2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 1768 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
