2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Honda Accord
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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 508 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Town & Country | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |