2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 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 54 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Town & Country 2013 Volkswagen Eos
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Town & Country Eos
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3952 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1443 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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