2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
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 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna 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 74 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 526 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Town & Country | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
