2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 697 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Town & Country | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
