2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura RL.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Acura RL | |
Make | Chrysler | Acura |
Model | Town & Country | RL |
Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |