2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Town & Country | Routan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 351 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |