2005 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 1 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 541 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. 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 (285 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | RSX | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |