2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
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 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 140 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 925 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Town & Country | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 41 L |
