2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Volvo | Chrysler |
| Model | S60 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
