2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 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 79 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Town & Country | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |