2012 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. Both 2012 Chrysler Town & Country and 2013 Jeep Wrangler are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 271 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Town & Country | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
