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Price Range: $26,340 - $36,780
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Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Chrysler Town and Country to the dealership as the average minivan/van.
The average minivan/van doesn't pale in comparison to the Chrysler Town and Country as far as gas mileage.
The average minivan/van isn't much costlier than the Town and Country when it comes to MSRP.
Utility
Neither the Chrysler Town and Country nor the average minivan/van has a marked advantage when it comes to seating capacity.
The typical minivan/van is a better choice than the Chrysler Town and Country with respect to hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of gear or big animals.
The average minivan/van outpulls the Town and Country by a sizeable margin.
Convenience
The Town and Country's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the average minivan/van.
Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the typical minivan/van's front cabin compared to the Chrysler Town and Country.
The typical minivan/van is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Chrysler Town and Country.
Dimensions
The average minivan/van is substantially heavier than the Chrysler Town and Country.
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the typical minivan/van than the Chrysler Town and Country because of its bigger tank.
The Chrysler Town and Country and the typical minivan/van compete for the same parking spaces.
The Chrysler Town and Country's shorter wheelbase will give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic. However, the average minivan/van is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.
Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Chrysler Town and Country is most certainly more maneuverable than the typical minivan/van, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, note that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.
Drivetrain
The average minivan/van has a bigger engine than the Chrysler Town and Country. Keep in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder.
The typical minivan/van packs quite a punch compared to the Town and Country in terms of torque, which is roughly equivalent to acceleration.
Overview
The basic warranty that comes with the Chrysler Town and Country isn't quite as generous as the typical minivan/van's.
