2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 509 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Town & Country | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
