2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
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 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 441 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, both vehicles can yield 205 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | Town & Country | Magna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |