2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Town & Country and 2009 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 77 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Getz 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 | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Town & Country | Getz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
