1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 15 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 749 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 2010 GMC Yukon 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 2010 GMC Yukon. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon 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 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Yukon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2946 mm |