2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |