2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7

To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.

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 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Town & Country 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
Make Chrysler Luxgen
Model Town & Country Luxgen7
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 2200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4845 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1876 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1768 mm


 

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