2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Lexus SC
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 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC 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 379 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC.
Because 2003 Lexus SC 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 2003 Lexus SC. 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 (339 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | Town & Country | SC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2700 mm |