2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Silverado | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3040 mm |