1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2006 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Town & Country | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2980 mm |
