1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki XL7 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, 2009 Suzuki XL7 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, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Town & Country | XL7 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |