2004 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 528 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V70 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Volvo | Chrysler |
| Model | V70 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
