2009 Acura RDX vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 5 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, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX 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 116 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Because 2009 Acura RDX 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, 2009 Acura RDX 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | RDX | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 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 | 68 L | 76 L |