2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.

Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Imaj 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Cadillac Chrysler
Model Imaj Town & Country
Year Released 2000 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4228 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 553 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 3078 mm


 

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