1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chrysler Town & Country 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Town & Country Legacy
Year Released 1992 2005
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 164 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 225 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1481 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2660 mm


 

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