1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 934 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Corolla | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3078 mm |