2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 638 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 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 (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Town & Country | SX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |