2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Lexus IS
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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus IS 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 62 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Town & Country | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
