2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 167 L |