2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, both 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY and 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 571 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | TOWN & COUNTRY | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2247 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |