2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Fiat Palio

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Town & Country and 2004 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 162 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 995 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. 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 (339 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Town & Country 2004 Fiat Palio
Make Chrysler Fiat
Model Town & Country Palio
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 84 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2380 mm


 

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