1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Nissan President

To start off, 1999 Nissan President 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 86 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Nissan President 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 1999 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chrysler Town & Country 1999 Nissan President
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Town & Country President
Year Released 1995 1999
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3776 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3040 mm


 

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