2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 202 HP |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |