2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1406 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Excursion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 167 L |