2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent 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 114 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 975 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Accent 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 | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | Town & Country | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |