2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 416 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.

Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Town & Country 2011 Nissan X-Trail
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Town & Country X-Trail
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 226 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 65 L


 

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