1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Caprice | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |