2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 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 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 457 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2300 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 Mazda B2300. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | B2300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |