2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 483 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Town & Country | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |