2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
