2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Town & Country | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 266 HP |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |