1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 274 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Town & Country | Dakota |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |