Renault Trafic 2015 vs Chrysler Town & Country 2008
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 3.6 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Renault Trafic) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Chrysler Town & Country) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 145 HP | 287 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 353 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Chrysler Town & Country is a more dynamic driving. Renault Trafic engine produces 142 HP less power than Chrysler Town & Country, whereas torque is 13 NM less than Chrysler Town & Country. Due to the lower power, Renault Trafic reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.9 | 10.8 | |
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The Renault Trafic is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault Trafic consumes 4.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler Town & Country, which means that by driving the Renault Trafic over 15,000 km in a year you can save 735 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 76 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1350 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 1480 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| Renault Trafic gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Trafic can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Trafic version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Chrysler Town & Country 2008 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Chrysler Town & Country 2008 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.00 m | 5.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.96 m | 2.00 m | |
| Height: | 1.97 m | 1.75 m | |
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Renault Trafic is smaller, but higher. Renault Trafic is 15 cm shorter than the Chrysler Town & Country, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Renault Trafic is 22 cm higher. | |||
| Seats: | 9 seats | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 1000 litres | 930 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | no data | 930 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | 1000 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2100 litres | 2340 litres | |
| The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Chrysler Town & Country (by 240 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`770 | 2`744 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 11 000 | 11 800 | |
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