2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Volvo V70
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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 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 47 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Town & Country | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
