2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Suburban | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |