2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
