2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 51 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Town & Country Land Cruiser
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 21.2:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1614 kg
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 180 L


 

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