2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
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 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town & Country | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
