2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (256 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Town & Country | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |