2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 867 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (332 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada 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 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Armada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
