2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 172 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 653 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town & Country | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
