2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Town & Country | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |