2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Town & Country and 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2670 mm |