2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Voyager | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |