2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 736 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. 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 (285 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Town & Country | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2619 mm |
