2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (286 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Town & Country | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 286 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |