2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
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 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 989 kg more than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2002 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera. 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 (332 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Chrysler | TVR |
Model | Town & Country | Chimaera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 306 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |