2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
Model | Intrepid | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 283 HP |
Torque | 306 Nm | 352 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3078 mm |