2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 699 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |