2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 93 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Town & Country | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
