2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 507 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (257 Nm). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
Model | 6 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 311 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |