2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 8 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Town & Country | 159 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |