2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 47 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | Familia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |