2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Ford O21 C
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Ford O21 C. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford O21 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Ford O21 C. 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 (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford O21 C. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford O21 C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Ford O21 C | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | O21 C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |