2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town & Country | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
