2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2012 Lotus Evora 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 2012 Lotus Evora. 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Town & Country | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
