2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309. 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 (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Town & Country | 309 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |