2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Town & Country 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 96 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 854 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (145 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
