2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
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 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Toyota Prius. 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 (285 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |