2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
Model | Ram | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3078 mm |