1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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 2009 Chrysler 300. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 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 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Town & Country | 300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3050 mm |