2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 497 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
Model | Town & Country | L |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |