2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Town & Country | XT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
