2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 332 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60. 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 Volvo S60 (420 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 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 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Town & Country | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
