2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | Ducato | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4040 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
