2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (271 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | Town & Country | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
