2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.

Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Centieme 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Buick Chrysler
Model Centieme Town & Country
Year Released 2003 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 400 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1794 kg 1804 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3040 mm


 

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