2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia
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 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Marcia 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 32 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 523 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Marcia 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 | 1999 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Town & Country | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
