2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Town & Country | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |