1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 85 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 2006 Lexus RX 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, 2006 Lexus RX 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, 2006 Lexus RX (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX 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 | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Town & Country | RX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
