2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
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 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Aztek 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 39 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Pontiac Aztek 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, 2002 Pontiac Aztek 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Town & Country | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
