2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 985 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1815 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |