2012 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 462 kg more than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Town & Country | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
