2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 134 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 672 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit 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 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Town & Country | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
