2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Saab | Chrysler |
| Model | 05-Sep | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4830 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
