1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chrysler Town & Country 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Town & Country Legacy
Year Released 1993 2005
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 163 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1500 kg
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2660 mm


 

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