1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 14 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (151 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
