2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 550 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 1997 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 1997 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Town & Country | F355 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |