2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
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 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 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 107 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 830 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 306 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 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Town & Country | 306 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |