2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1151 kg more than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Excursion | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 76 L |