2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 258 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Acadia 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 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Acadia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |