2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 667 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | B2300 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
