2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 378 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
