2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
