2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Because 1998 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | Town & Country | Commodore |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 304 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2950 mm |