2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. 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 (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Town & Country | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |