2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 95 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
Model | Town & Country | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |