1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 14 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Town & Country | IS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
