2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
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 Volkswagen Magellan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Magellan would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan 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 505 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town & Country | Magellan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
