2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Honda Today
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 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today 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 168 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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 (332 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Town & Country | Today |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |