1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Retona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |