1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Town & Country | Mariner |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |