2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler Town & Country 2004 Ford Mustang
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Town & Country Mustang
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3298 cc 3802 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 190 HP
Torque 319 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1809 kg 1494 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 59 L


 

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