1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 811 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |