1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 229 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Because 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
Model | Town & Country | Patriot |
Year Released | 1942 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4112 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |