2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 393 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town & Country | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
