2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Sephia would be higher. 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 116 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 874 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Sephia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |