2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Town & Country | Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 148 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |