2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Honda FR-V

To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler Town & Country 2008 Honda FR-V
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Town & Country FR-V
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3298 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 140 HP
Torque 319 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1809 kg 1449 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 58 L


 

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