2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Saturn L
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 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn L 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 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 562 kg more than 2002 Saturn L. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn L. (199 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Saturn L | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Town & Country | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
