2007 Mazda B3000 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 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000. 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B3000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B3000 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 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
Model | B3000 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |