1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 21 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Town & Country | 408 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |