1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 231 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 Crossfire 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 Crossfire. 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 Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Crossfire
Make Chrysler Chrysler
Model Town & Country Crossfire
Year Released 1994 2009
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 163 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 2035 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2410 mm


 

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