2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY

To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 203 kg more than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Silverado TOWN & COUNTRY
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 315 HP 279 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 2318 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 5847 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 2032 mm 2247 mm
Vehicle Height 1875 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 3645 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 76 L


 

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