2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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 (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Town & Country | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |