Volkswagen Multivan 2019 vs Chrysler Town & Country 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 3.6 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Volkswagen Multivan) 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: | 150 HP | 287 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 353 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Chrysler Town & Country is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Multivan engine produces 137 HP less power than Chrysler Town & Country, whereas torque is 13 NM less than Chrysler Town & Country. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Multivan reaches 100 km/h speed 3.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.7 | 10.8 | |
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The Volkswagen Multivan is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volkswagen Multivan consumes 5.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler Town & Country, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Multivan over 15,000 km in a year you can save 765 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 76 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1220 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 1220 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| Volkswagen Multivan gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| 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: | 5.30 m | 5.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 2.00 m | |
| Height: | 1.97 m | 1.75 m | |
| Volkswagen Multivan is 15 cm longer than the Chrysler Town & Country, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Multivan is 22 cm higher. | |||
| Seats: | no data | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 930 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | no data | 930 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
5000 litres | 2340 litres | |
| The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Multivan (by 2660 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 13.2 meters | no data | |
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 3`080 | 2`744 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 48 600 | 11 000 | |
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