2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Town & Country 2005 Hyundai Coupe
Make Chrysler Hyundai
Model Town & Country Coupe
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1873 kg 1408 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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