2011 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town & Country | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3130 mm |
