2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Town & Country | F355 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 364 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |