2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1994 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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 147 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 970 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1994 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Town & Country | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
