2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 620 kg more than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
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2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Tahoe | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 1942 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |