2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 427 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
Model | Town & Country | Compass |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |