Dodge Sprinter Wagon 2500 vs. Chrysler Town and Country Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Chrysler Town and Country is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the Dodge Sprinter Wagon 2500. The Chrysler Town and Country is tremendously less pricey than the Dodge as far as MSRP.

Utility
The Sprinter Wagon 2500 will most definitely prove more convenient than the Chrysler Town and Country for those of you with frequent child-cargo. The Dodge Sprinter Wagon 2500 is a better choice than the Chrysler Town and Country regarding hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of equipment or big pets. The Dodge outpulls the Chrysler Town and Country by a sizeable margin.

Dimensions
The Dodge is considerably more bulky than the Chrysler. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Sprinter Wagon 2500 than the Chrysler Town and Country because of its larger tank. The Chrysler Town and Country fits in smaller parking spaces than the Sprinter Wagon 2500. The Sprinter Wagon 2500's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; however, the Chrysler Town and Country may give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chrysler Town and Country packs quite a wallop and will knock the Dodge Sprinter Wagon 2500 down a few rungs. On the other hand, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Town and Country is definitely nimbler than the Dodge Sprinter Wagon 2500, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, bear in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Sprinter Wagon 2500's engine is a bit smaller than the Chrysler Town and Country's, but not terribly so. Torque equals pickup, and the Dodge Sprinter Wagon 2500 will have picked up and gone by the time the Chrysler finally gets moving. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Dodge Sprinter Wagon 2500 is significantly more powerful than the Chrysler.

Warranty
The Dodge and the Town and Country have the same basic warranty.