2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 661 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town & Country | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1154 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
