2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka 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 80 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 913 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 (332 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
