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

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Nissan Maxima vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,940

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $8,560

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,179

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $6,973

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082006
ModelMaximaPT Cruiser
TrimSEGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $28,630 $23,645
Base Invoice $26,229 $22,017
Sensory Package 2,550  
Sunroof 900  
Floor mats 175  
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 1,550  
Bluetooth cell phone link   360
Satellite radio   195
Heated front seats   250
CD changer, in-dash   300
4-speed shiftable automatic   550
Sensory Package 2,213  
Sunroof 780  
Floor mats 131  
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 1,104  
Bluetooth cell phone link   331
Satellite radio   179
Heated front seats   230
CD changer, in-dash   276
4-speed shiftable automatic   506
Options (change) 5,175 1,655
Options (change) 4,228 1,522
Destination 695 640
Total Price $34,500 $25,940
Total Invoice $31,152 $24,179

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,786
Model Year20082006
ModelMaximaPT Cruiser
TrimSEGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine255hp V6230hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/25 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 8100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18205/50-17
Total Price$34,500$25,940
Adjustments for Features-1,3150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,185$25,940
Total Invoice$31,152$24,179
Adjustments for Features-1,1870
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,965$24,179

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Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20082006
ModelMaximaPT Cruiser
TrimSEGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Side curtain airbags$350 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable $100
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Larger rear spoiler $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Automatic headlights$125 
Cornering lights$50 
Heated mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Removable second row seats $0
Total Value of Features$3,555$2,240
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,315$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,1870

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Maxima vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20082006
ModelMaximaPT Cruiser
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase111.2 in103.0 in
Length193.5 in168.9 in
Width71.7 in67.1 in
Height58.3 in65.2 in
Curb Weight3,579 lb.3,414 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in39.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in53.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in50.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.8 in46.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in40.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.5 ft321.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.564.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Maxima vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Sensory Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Compass0Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested155073%
Total Not Requested57527%

Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser GT

Bluetooth cell phone link
FeatureValueRequested?
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

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