2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion

To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 (332 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.

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2004 Chrysler Town & Country 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
Make Chrysler Daihatsu
Model Town & Country Sirion
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 138 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2049 kg 906 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 40 L