1999 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
Model | Lancer | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1814 mm |