1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 334 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Town & Country | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
