2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Equinox | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
