2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 615 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Town & Country | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |