2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2007 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
