2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Pacifica | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
