2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda DrifterX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 616 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Because 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | DrifterX | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
