2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 681 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. 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 (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Altima 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.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Altima | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
Model | Altima | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |