2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Renault Espace
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 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace.
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 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Town & Country | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |