2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 99 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 316 kg more than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Town & Country | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |