2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 391 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Because 1997 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1997 Holden Commodore 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 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Town & Country | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2950 mm |
