2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Town & Country 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 97 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |