1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Silverado | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |