2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 493 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Platina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
