2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2010 Nissan Titan
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model PT Cruiser Titan
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4550 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 106 L


 

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