2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 549 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Chrysler | Saab |
Model | Town & Country | 9000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |