2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
