2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Chrysler Town & Country were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Audi | Chrysler |
Model | A8 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |