2012 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Quest | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Quest | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2063 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1854 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
