2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 549 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (344 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
