2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Town & Country | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |