2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra

To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Town & Country Xterra
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 381 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1908 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4539 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1902 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.5 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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