2009 Acura RL vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Acura RL 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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 RL 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 (285 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RL | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
