2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | PT Cruiser | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2423 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |