2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H 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 (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 263 kg more than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | Town & Country | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |