2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 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 129 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Town & Country | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
