2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | PT Cruiser | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2423 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 135 L |