2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | F-250 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3078 mm |