2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 232 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. 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 (285 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |