1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 15 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Town & Country | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
