2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford E-150 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 2008 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | E-150 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
