2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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.
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2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 282 HP |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |