2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.

Because 1996 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (312 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 911 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 1996 Porsche 911
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model Town & Country 911
Year Released 2009 1996
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3778 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 197 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 841 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1150 kg
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2280 mm


 

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