2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Town & Country and 2009 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 149 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |