2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | PT Cruiser | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |