1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 14 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Chrysler Pontiac
Model Town & Country Grand Prix
Year Released 1991 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 150 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 380 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2810 mm


 

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