2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 (285 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |