2006 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
Because 2006 Lexus IS 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 2006 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Lexus | Chrysler |
Model | IS | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |