2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 125 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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 (332 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | Palio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |
