2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Colorado | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |