2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. 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, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (332 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. (324 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Town & Country | ESX 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3000 mm |
