2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 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 3,786 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 97 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 615 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2003 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1326 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 |
