2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 433 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |