2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 198 kg more than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro.

Because 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Town & Country 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Chrysler Lotec
Model Town & Country Testa de Oro
Year Released 2004 1996
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3786 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 900 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1854 kg 1656 kg


 

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