2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
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 Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo 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 138 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1995 Renault Twingo. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Twingo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
