2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Town & Country | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |