2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 628 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (427 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
