2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
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 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Town & Country | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2960 mm |
