2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Explorer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |