2003 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML. (345 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | ML | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
