1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Ford GT 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 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Ford GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | GT |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |