2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira 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 69 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 589 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. 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 (332 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Town & Country | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
