2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Contour |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |