1995 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 546 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. (221 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Cirrus | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Cirrus | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1327 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
