1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 359 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
Model | Town & Country | Vue |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |