2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 449 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
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, 2011 Volvo C30 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo C30 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 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Town & Country | C30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
