2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 562 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 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Town & Country | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 711 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |