2001 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 221 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
