2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 417 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
Model | Town & Country | Commander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 453 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |