2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |