2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 811 kg more than 2008 Nissan Versa. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Town & Country | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
