2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 436 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
