2002 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Bandeirante | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3660 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3078 mm |