2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius 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 141 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |