2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 756 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Town & Country | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
