2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RL (225 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 369 kg more than 2004 Acura RL.
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 Acura RL (313 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Town & Country | RL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 313 Nm |
| 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 | 2044 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
