1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 36 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Town & Country | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
