2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Town & Country | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |