2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Interstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Interstar would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Interstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
