2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Sprinter | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
