1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise 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 2000 Lotus Elise. 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Town & Country | Elise |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |