2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MPV 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 69 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Mazda MPV. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MPV. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | MPV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
