2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Peugeot 807

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 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 807 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 807. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 807. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Town & Country 2008 Peugeot 807
Make Chrysler Peugeot
Model Town & Country 807
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3952 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1784 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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