2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 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 3,786 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Cerato |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |