2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 104 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Equinox | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |