2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
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 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 18 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Town & Country | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
