2011 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (271 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Chrysler | Saab |
Model | Town & Country | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |