2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Town & Country | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
