2010 Nissan Cube vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Cube and 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 288 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Cube | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
Model | Cube | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4001 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |