2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Falcon 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 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 409 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |