2011 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | Town & Country | Korando |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |