2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
Model | Frontier | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 352 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |