2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio 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 141 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 975 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Town & Country | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
