1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 679 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.

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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2009 Mazda Tribute
Make Chrysler Mazda
Model Town & Country Tribute
Year Released 1993 2009
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2959 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 163 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6550 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2630 mm


 

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