2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 879 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chrysler |
Model | Passat | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |