1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 731 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 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 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alpine V6 | 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
Model | V6 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3040 mm |