2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara 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 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 331 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Solara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |