1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Ford Edge

To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.

Because 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Town & Country 2007 Ford Edge
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Town & Country Edge
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Minivan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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