2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Fiat Panda
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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Panda 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 181 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1997 Fiat Panda. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
