2009 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2009 Chrysler Town & Country were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 626 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Lacetti | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |