2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Because 2003 Chevrolet SS 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 2003 Chevrolet SS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | SS | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
