2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 55 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 2005 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Town & Country | XKR |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 541 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |