2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 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 67 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.

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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Town & Country 2007 Kia Sedona
Make Chrysler Kia
Model Town & Country Sedona
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 224 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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