2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Express | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |