1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 529 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Bigua 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 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
Model | Town & Country | Bigua |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |