2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
