2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 72 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Town & Country | SX4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |