2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 944 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | PT Cruiser | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 135 L |