1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 11 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Because 1999 GMC Suburban 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 1999 GMC Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | GMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3078 mm |
