1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Kia Optima
To start off, 2002 Kia Optima is newer by 8 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 372 kg more than 2002 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Optima. (216 Nm). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Town & Country | Optima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
