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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,185

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $9,650

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,603

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $7,621

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020062006
ModelPT CruiserMaximaMaxima
TrimClassicSESL
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,275 $27,900 $30,000
Base Invoice $17,801 $25,511 $27,437
Convenience Group 395    
Sunroof 795 900 900
Floor mats   160 160
Rear spoiler   270  
Satellite radio     350
Convenience Group 359    
Sunroof 723 780 780
Floor mats   121 121
Rear spoiler   207  
Satellite radio     304
Options (change) 1,190 1,330 1,410
Options (change) 1,082 1,108 1,205
Destination 720 605 605
Total Price $20,185 $29,835 $32,015
Total Invoice $19,603 $27,224 $29,247

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,345
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,430
Model Year201020062006
ModelPT CruiserMaximaMaxima
TrimClassicSESL
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4265hp V6265hp V6
TransmissionA4T5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6240, 8320, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16245/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$20,185$29,835$32,015
Adjustments for Features0-1,305-2,830
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,185$28,530$29,185
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$655
Total Invoice$19,603$27,224$29,247
Adjustments for Features0-1,191-2,585
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,603$26,033$26,662
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$629

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year201020062006
ModelPT CruiserMaximaMaxima
TrimClassicSESL
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Tire-pressure monitor$75  
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper$175  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input$50  
Cassette player $50$50
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
Satellite radio$200 $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Compass$0 $0
Cornering lights $50$50
Heated mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat$150  
Heated front seats$200 $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Removable second row seats$0  
Stain-resistant fabric$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,750$4,055$5,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,305$2,830
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,191-2,585

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20102006
ModelPT CruiserMaxima
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in111.2 in
Length168.9 in193.5 in
Width67.1 in71.7 in
Height65.2 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,166 lb.3,474 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in43.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in54.8 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in36.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft315.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft315.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Folding passenger seat150No
Stain-resistant fabric100No
Total Requested55069%
Total Not Requested25031%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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