2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (158 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Almera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
