2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 405 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 86 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 713 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 405. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 405. (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 405. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 405 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 | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Town & Country | 405 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |