1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Ford Explorer

To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer 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 832 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.

Because 2010 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chrysler Town & Country 2010 Ford Explorer
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Town & Country Explorer
Year Released 1993 2010
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 4009 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 163 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 254 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 972 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5350 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3320 mm


 

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