2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 6 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 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 593 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 (339 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Town & Country | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |