1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 19 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 475 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 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 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 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Town & Country | XC90 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |