2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 818 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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 (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | C2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 41 L |