2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 3,310 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
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 | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 228 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |