2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 122 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Town & Country | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 30 L |