1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
