2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 2 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 498 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi ASX has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Town & Country | ASX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
